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The Vermont Arts Institute
works to create a dynamic and professional environment where young
artists can explore and learn the crafts of film, theatre, writing,
dance, animation and visual arts. Through VAI’s intensive programs,
students are immersed in a hands-on learning experience. Close
collaboration with practicing professionals empowers participants to
create art and make it their own.
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Artistic Director Bess O’Brien
has produced theater and film for twenty years in New York and Vermont.
She co-founded Kingdom County Productions in 1991 with Jay Craven and
is KCP’s Producing Director. Her award-winning documentaries include Here Today (2002), Where is Stephanie (1998) and Journey into Courage
(1996). A Theater Studies graduate of Mt. Holyoke College, Bess founded
the Vermont Ensemble Theater (1985-88) where she produced more than a
dozen shows, including the world theatrical premiere of Frederico
Fellini’s La Strada.
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